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Crab Legs with Garlic Butter
These crab legs are steamed to perfection, then tossed in a flavorful garlic butter sauce. A simple, yet satisfying way to enjoy fresh seafood, and it takes just minutes to put together! Crab legs make for a great appetizer or main course option.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes minutes
Total Time 20 minutes minutes
Servings 4
Calories 206 kcal
6 pounds crab legs Dungeness crab, king crab, snow crab or a combination of different types 1/2 cup butter 1 tablespoon minced garlic salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons chopped parsley lemon wedges optional
Place 3 inches of water in a large, deep pot over medium heat. Bring the water to a boil.
Crack the crab legs with a seafood cracker.
Place the crab legs in the pot and cover.
Cook for 5-7 minutes until crab is heated through. If you have raw crab, cook for 10-12 minutes until flesh is red/orange and opaque.
Drain the crab legs and cover to keep warm.
Melt the butter in the pot. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Turn off the heat and stir in the salt, pepper and parsley.
Return the crab to the pot and toss to coat with the garlic butter. Serve immediately, with lemon wedges if desired.
Calories: 206 kcal | Carbohydrates: 1 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 16 g | Saturated Fat: 12 g | Cholesterol: 61 mg | Sodium: 203 mg | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 709 IU | Vitamin C: 1 mg | Calcium: 10 mg